Water restrictions in San Diego, CA — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Water use in San Diego is managed by the San Diego Public Utilities Department. Restrictions include no watering 10 AM-6 PM, assigned watering days, no runoff, and compliance with the city's Water Conservation Program.
San Diego's Water Conservation Program restricts outdoor irrigation: no watering 10 AM-6 PM June through October, assigned watering days (typically 3/week), no runoff, no hosing hard surfaces. The city follows SDCWA regional conservation targets. New landscaping must comply with MWELO. Rebates available for turf replacement and efficient irrigation through the city's WaterSmart program.
Water waste: warning first, then $85-$580 escalating fines. Repeat violations may result in flow restrictors.
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